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Smoke drifting into Philadelphia
Weather

Wildfire smoke sparks Code Red air quality warning for Pennsylvania

Air quality in the Philadelphia region is forecast to be unhealthy for everyone Thursday. Officials advise limiting outdoor activities.

3 months ago

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Science

74% of Americans want action on climate, but many Philadelphians don’t know they’re part of a majority

About three out of four U.S. residents say they want their elected officials to pass laws that tackle climate change.

3 months ago

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New panels on the wall at the President's House.
Politics & Policy

Trump administration replaces Philly President’s House slavery exhibit ‘under the cover of darkness’ after monthslong legal battle

The city and activists have vowed to continue the legal fight to restore the original panels that focused on the nine enslaved people held by George Washington at the site.

3 months ago

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An altar with photos, flowers and incense to honor those killed by immigration officers.
Community

Philadelphians hold vigil for victims of fatal ICE shootings

Speakers lamented the deaths of Joan Sebastian Guerrero, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and others who were killed during ICE operations or died in ICE custody.

3 months ago

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FringeArts CEO and Program Director Nell Bang-Jensen
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Fringe Fest hits the big 3-0 this fall and will feature 330 performances

The annual Fringe Festival is expected to match last year’s record number of shows.

3 months ago

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Shipyard
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

$24 million investment in Philly shipbuilding as Trump presses for defense buildup

JPMorgan Chase will loan $13 million to Navy Yard’s Rhoads Industries and give grants for worker-training programs.

3 months ago

Juan Soto interacts with fans at the 2026 All-Star Red Carpet Show
Arts & Entertainment

Baseball fans celebrate the sport’s biggest stars outside Independence Hall ahead of All-Star Game in Philadelphia

The MLB All-Star Game starts at 8 p.m., featuring the best players from the National League and American League.

3 months ago

The rhinestoned Din avec la main dens le miroir at the Nation of Artists exhibit
Arts & Entertainment

Pennsylvania state budget increases arts funding for the first time since 2009

An unprecedented statewide effort by arts advocates pushed elected officials to give the sector a small bump.

3 months ago

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Bryce Harper speaking into a microphone during All-Star week
Community

Phillies All-Star Bryce Harper says FanDuel used his Cameo video as VIP reward without consent in a gambler’s case

“Had I known FanDuel’s true intent, I would not have made the video,” Harper said.

3 months ago

Cornerstone Baptist Church in Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A vacant church in Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion will become workforce housing

The $10 million project will reuse Cornerstone Baptist Church on North 33rd Street. The property has sat vacant for more than five years.

3 months ago

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Vendors at the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
Community
Billy Penn

Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park devastated by ‘microburst’ storm

The South Philly market is soliciting donations to help vendors who “watched their businesses get destroyed in real time.”

3 months ago

Many of Milk Jawn's flavors come in both dairy and vegan
Community
Billy Penn

Where to find vegan ice cream in Philadelphia

There’s no sorbet on this list — just rich, plant-based scoops so creamy you’ll wonder how dairy stayed out of the mix.

3 months ago

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Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

As small businesses beg for tax relief, Philadelphia sees a $100 million windfall

Mayor Parker’s push for Uber and Amazon taxes failed, but local businesses are paying more nonetheless.

3 months ago

Artifacts on display at the visitor center.
Community

Philadelphia’s Germantown opens its own brick-and-mortar visitor center

The Germantown Historical Society’s building renovation makes room for tourists to find areas of interest in Philly’s outer neighborhoods.

3 months ago

An aerial view of residential streets in West Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Thousands of West Philly tenants remain in limbo as city considers saving 925 affordable rentals

The city missed its exclusive window to bid on the homes, opening the door to outside buyers and possible displacement.

3 months ago

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